Carrie D. Francke Scholarship

Carrie was ambitious, completing a political science degree at MU in three years, followed by earning journalism and law degrees. She served as Senator John Danforth’s press secretary, as an Assistant Attorney General for the State of Missouri, and on the University of Missouri Board of Curators. She died in a tragic car accident in 1989 at the age of 34. Carrie served on the Women’s Network Steering Committee.

The following is the criteria for eligibility.

Boone County Resident

Female Student

21 Years of age or older

GPA of 3.0 or above

Enrolled part or full time at Stephens College, University of Missouri, Columbia College, William Woods University, Central Methodist University or Moberly Area Community College.

Primary consideration to be give for financial need

At least sophomore status

Applicants fitting the above criteria should submit a completed application along with their most recent transcript, a current resume, and a formal letter of application explaining the need for the funding and how the funding will help applicants achieve goals. Application forms are available online by clicking the link here Carrie D. Francke Scholarship 2016 Application or by contacting Kristen Grusenmeyer, Women’s Network Coordinator at 817-9119. The deadline for this scholarship is in April of each year.